Questions and Answers
What does the Sixth Amendment state about someone accused of a crime?
Must go to trial in the state and area where the crime took place.
Which of these provisions is part of the Eighth Amendment?
Under what condition may people accused of crimes and awaiting trial be released from custody?
If they agree to pay bail.
What did the case of Furman v. Georgia (1972) reinterpret?
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What did the impact of Furman v. Georgia (1972) require states to create?
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What are the basic freedoms guaranteed to Americans by the Constitution called?
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What does the Eighth Amendment prohibit?
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In the Sixth Amendment, what suggests that accused persons will be able to hear the charges against them?
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What right do accused persons have regarding witnesses?
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What can we say about a man sentenced to five years in prison for walking across his neighbor's lawn?
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Study Notes
Sixth Amendment
- Guarantees the right to a trial in the state and district where the crime occurred.
- Ensures the accused has a speedy, public trial by an impartial jury.
Eighth Amendment
- Prohibits cruel and unusual punishment.
- Mandates that reasonable bail must be set for accused individuals.
Bail
- Individuals awaiting trial can be released from custody by paying bail.
- Bail serves as a financial assurance for court appearance post-release.
Furman v. Georgia (1972)
- Landmark case that redefined "cruel and unusual punishment."
- Resulted in states needing clear, fair standards before imposing the death penalty.
Civil Liberties
- Fundamental freedoms guaranteed to all Americans by the Constitution.
Rights of the Accused
- Accused individuals must be informed of the nature and cause of accusations against them.
- They have the right to confront witnesses and can request a witness to appear in court.
Proportionality of Punishment
- Example of a disproportionate sentence includes being sentenced to five years for a minor offense, such as walking across a neighbor's lawn.
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Description
Test your knowledge about the legal rights afforded to individuals during trials and punishments. This quiz focuses on key amendments such as the Sixth and Eighth, covering terms like bail and trial locations. Enhance your understanding of your rights within the judicial system.
